And they were continually devoting themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, and to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Acts 2:42
This is a description of the church in its very first days. The gospel of Jesus had been preached and 3,000 were baptized that very first day. They were believers, and their faith moved them to obey the teachings of the apostles. Believing was their first step, but belonging would be just as important for them to remain faithful. The continual fellowship, breaking of bread and prayer gave them a community to grow in. We strive to preach the gospel today that will produce the same response, leading lost souls to Christ. Let's never forget that giving everyone a sense of belonging will be just as important today as the first day. We may not be a great teacher, but everyone can participate in the belonging process.
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